Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question While in ihram, I drank water used to wash my child’s lollipop, which smelled of the lollipop. Does this require expiation? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate Drinking water that has the smell of lollipops in it does necessitate an expiratory charity. [Ibn ‘Abidin, […]

Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question Is Sa‘i valid on the first floor of the Mas‘a area, or does it require being within the original hillocks? If the basement is inaccessible, how should one ensure compliance with the rules of Sa‘i? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate The Sa‘i is […]

Answered by Ustadh Sufyan Qufi Question Was just hoping for a fiqh reference for the following fatwa, please. Specifically about nothing being due if underwear is worn during ‘umra for a need. Apologies for the inconvenience, but it is more for self-learning and not an objection: Do I Have to Pay a Penalty for Using […]

Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question I reserved a small amount of money without my husband’s knowledge for emergencies. After witnessing reckless expenditures, I decided to use this amount, though insufficient for major needs, to perform Hajj. Is this decision permissible? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate Transacting in your […]